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Digestion in Duodenum

Brunner's gla...

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Brunner's glands are found in

A

Mucosa of intestine

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Liver

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Mucosa of duodenum

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D

Submucosa of first part of intestine

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Solution

The correct option is C Submucosa of first part of intestine
Brunner's glands are found in the submucosa of the first part of small intestine. These glands produce mucus which is alkaline in nature. It acts as an antacid and protects the intestine from acid chyme of the stomach. It also lubricates the intestinal wall.
So, the correct answer is option D.

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